AccountingEDU.org provides accounting education and career resources for aspiring accountants and CPAs. Our site offers state-specific licensure guidance, salary information, and resources covering accounting education and professional development.
Our Mission and Impact
AccountingEDU.org emerged from a fundamental recognition: aspiring accounting professionals needed more than generic career advice. They needed an accessible resource that could demystify accounting education, certification requirements, and career progression.
We believe that every aspiring accountant deserves access to comprehensive, accurate, and actionable information to make informed decisions about their educational and professional future.
What We Cover
- CPA requirements for all 50 states
- Accounting degrees at every level, from associate to doctorate
- Updates when state boards and exam rules change
- Free educational resources for students and working professionals
Who Has Contributed to AccountingEDU.org
Over the years, the faculty, accounting professionals, and writers below have contributed to AccountingEDU.org. Today our content is produced and updated by our editorial staff, following our editorial standards.
Jennifer Sustersic Stevens, PhD, CPA
Associate Professor of Accountancy · Ohio University
Dr. Stevens teaches Accounting Theory and Application and Forensic Accounting and Fraud Examination in Ohio University’s School of Accountancy, where she directs the Master of Accountancy and Analytics program. Before earning her PhD in Accounting and MIS from The Ohio State University, she worked in fraud and forensic accounting at EY in Chicago and at Alvarez & Marsal, and she spent four years on the faculty at the University of Notre Dame. She is a CPA licensed in Illinois and holds bachelor’s and master’s degrees in accountancy from Miami University. She is a contributing author on AccountingEDU.org.
Tyler Denton
Senior Accounting Education Specialist · AccountingEDU.org
Tyler has more than 24 years of accounting experience and holds a bachelor’s degree in accounting from Western Washington University. He has written AccountingEDU.org guides covering CPA exam preparation, online accounting degrees, and accounting career resources.
Guides include: How to Study for the CPA Exam · Online Accounting Bachelor’s Degrees · Accounting Career Resources
Writers Who Have Contributed
Rebecca Turley
Rebecca is a full-time writer and editor with a BA in Journalism and Communications. Her career highlights include ghostwriting several published books, editing for a national book publishing company, and writing for many high-profile websites and blogs aimed at the education, healthcare, and social sciences fields.
Scott Wilson
Scott is an author and IT consultant based in the Pacific Northwest. He holds a BA in English from the University of Washington and has spent more than 20 years in information technology, experience that gives him a sharp eye for clear, precise explanations of technical subjects.
Dr. Helga George
Dr. George turned to writing about education and healthcare after a research career in plant biology. She holds a BS in Agriculture and a PhD in Plant Pathology from Cornell University and an MS in Plant Pathology from the University of Massachusetts Amherst, and she conducted postdoctoral research at the University of California, Santa Barbara.
Susan Maphis
Susan is a longtime freelance writer and editor who writes for education and career guidance websites. Her work spans newspaper reporting, press releases, academic and technical articles, and healthcare, mental health, and career content. She has a background in psychology and studied at West Chester University.
Sandra Meyer
Sandra graduated summa cum laude with a degree in English from the New York Institute of Technology and works as a freelance writer specializing in blogs, content articles, and business profiles.
Sam Medley
Sam is a freelance writer and content consultant with a passion for learning about any and everything he can, and he writes on education and career topics.
How Our Content Is Made
Our editorial standards call for human review of articles before publication and updates. We use primary sources where possible, including state boards of accountancy, NASBA, AICPA, and the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. We also revise guides to address changes in examination requirements, licensing rules, and relevant education information. Readers should confirm current licensing requirements with the appropriate state board.
Educational Resources and Tools
Our resources are designed to support accounting students and professionals at every career stage:
Career Pathway Guidance
- How to Become an Accountant – Step-by-step career roadmap
- CPA Certification Guide – State-specific requirements and strategies
- Accredited Accounting Programs – School directory
- Accounting Salary Data – Regional compensation analysis
Specialized Career Paths
- Public Accounting – Big Four and regional firm opportunities
- Management Accounting – Corporate finance and strategic roles
- Government Accounting – Public sector career paths
- Internal Auditing – Risk management and compliance careers
Program Rankings
Our program rankings help prospective students compare accounting programs. Each list describes its methodology on the ranking page.
| Program Type | Rankings | Key Evaluation Criteria |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor’s Programs | Best Accounting Bachelor Programs | CPA exam performance; graduate employment outcomes; educational cost; accreditation |
| Master’s Programs | Best Accounting Master’s Programs | First-time CPA exam pass rates; program flexibility; career services; faculty expertise; cost value |
| Online Programs | Best 100% Online Accounting Master’s Programs | CPA exam performance; accreditation; career outcomes; curriculum and faculty; student support; value |
| Affordable Options | Most Affordable Bachelor Degree Programs | CPA exam pass-rate screening followed by cost-per-credit comparisons for public and private schools |
Trust and Transparency
Editorial Standards
- Independence: Some schools pay for featured placement. Those listings are labeled as sponsored, and our editorial standards keep guide content separate from paid placements.
- Transparency: We disclose sponsored listings and how our rankings are built.
- Accuracy: Our editorial standards call for fact-checking against primary sources before publication.
- Objectivity: Each ranking page describes the methodology used to build it.
Everything we publish follows our editorial standards: where our facts come from, how we use AI, and how each article is fact-checked by a person before it’s published.
Privacy
- Secure, encrypted (HTTPS) connections
- Transparent privacy policies
- Our privacy policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, the circumstances in which we may share it with educational institutions and service providers, and the privacy choices available to visitors.
Professional Organizations We Rely On
Our guides draw on the standards and information published by the organizations that govern and support the accounting profession, including:
- AICPA – American Institute of CPAs
- NASBA – National Association of State Boards of Accountancy
- IMA – Institute of Management Accountants
- IIA – Institute of Internal Auditors
Educational Resources
Beyond our core content, we provide:
- Accounting Scholarship Database
- AccountingEDU Future CPA Scholarship (applications currently closed)
- CPA Exam Study Strategies
- Remote Work Resources for Accounting Professionals
Contact Us
We welcome feedback, suggestions, and inquiries. If you find something that looks outdated, tell us.
Email: [email protected]
For specific inquiries:
- Editorial Questions: Content accuracy, updates, or corrections
- Partnership Opportunities: Educational institutions and professional organizations
- Technical Support: Website functionality and user experience
- Media Inquiries: Press releases and expert commentary
Frequently Asked Questions
Who creates the content on AccountingEDU.org?
Our guides are produced and updated by our editorial staff. Writers, faculty, and accounting professionals have also contributed, including Tyler Denton, who has written guides on CPA exam preparation and accounting careers, and Dr. Jennifer Sustersic Stevens, an associate professor of accountancy at Ohio University. Licensing details should always be confirmed with the relevant state board of accountancy.
How often is the information updated?
Our editorial standards call for human review of articles before publication and updates, and we revise guides to address changes in examination requirements, licensing rules, and relevant education information. Requirements vary by state, so confirm current rules with your state board before you apply.
Is AccountingEDU.org affiliated with any schools?
Some schools pay for featured placement on our pages, and those listings are labeled as sponsored. Our editorial standards keep guide content separate from paid placements, and each ranking page describes its methodology.
How can I trust the salary information provided?
We use U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics employment and wage data in our salary guides. BLS statistics describe occupational groups, such as accountants and auditors, and do not necessarily isolate licensed CPAs or particular experience levels. Readers should check the source year, geographic area, occupation, and any additional sources cited for specific estimates.
Do you offer personalized career counseling?
While we don’t provide individual counseling services, our guides and resources are designed to help you make informed decisions about your accounting education and career path. We recommend consulting with academic advisors and career professionals for personalized guidance.